README.TXT Driver File Contents (214x_dx5.exe)

214X_DX5.EXE
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These files will update your computer with Microsoft
DirectX 5.0, and the latest audio drivers.

If you have installed Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or
another application which requires DirectX 5.0, you must
install this update.

This update applies ONLY to IBM Aptiva model 2140 or
2142 that did not include Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0.

NOTE: If Internet Explorer 4.0 was included with your computer,
you do not need to apply this update.  All necessary updates
have already been made for you.

Installation Instructions:
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1) Create a directory on your hard drive called "update"
   using the command 'md c:\update'.
2) Download or copy the file called "214X_DX5.EXE" to
   the 'C:\update' directory you just created.
3) Close all application which may be running.
4) Click on "START", then click "RUN".
5) Type: 'c:\update\214X_DX5.exe' and press <ENTER>.
6) Click on "START", then click "RUN".
7) Type: 'c:\update\install.bat' and press <ENTER>.
6) All needed files will be copied to the appropriate
   directory automatically.
7) When the installation process is complete, you must reboot
   your computer in order for changes to take effect.
8) Upon reboot, your system will automatically detect and load
   the new audio drivers.

   (NOTE:  You may receive a warning message when the Joystick
           drivers are loaded.  Simply click on "NO" and the
           process will complete normally.)

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How To Update Drivers Manually

After your driver has been downloaded, follow these simple steps to install it.

  • Expand the archive file (if the download file is in zip or rar format).

  • If the expanded file has an .exe extension, double click it and follow the installation instructions.

  • Otherwise, open Device Manager by right-clicking the Start menu and selecting Device Manager.

  • Find the device and model you want to update in the device list.

  • Double-click on it to open the Properties dialog box.

  • From the Properties dialog box, select the Driver tab.

  • Click the Update Driver button, then follow the instructions.

Very important: You must reboot your system to ensure that any driver updates have taken effect.

For more help, visit our Driver Support section for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.

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